Lighter, More Comfortable, and Free to Be Active Again
Oversized breasts can bring back, shoulder, and neck pain, and they can keep you from exercising or enjoying an active lifestyle. At Hauw Han, MD in West Chester, OH , board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Hauw T Han, MD, specializes in breast reduction for patients of all ages and backgrounds. Book an appointment with the online scheduling tool, or call (513) 755-8115 today.
Request an AppointmentWhat Is Breast Reduction?
Breast reduction is a surgical procedure that removes excess glandular tissue, skin, and fat to create a breast size that complements your body’s proportions. It can also ease the physical and social discomfort that often comes with having overly large breasts.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction?
Choosing breast reduction surgery is a personal decision. You might benefit if:
- You feel your breasts are too large
- Your breasts keep you from exercising or doing other physical activities
- You have back, neck, or shoulder pain because of your breasts
- Your breasts hang low, causing the skin to stretch
- The skin beneath your breasts is irritated
You might also be a candidate if your areolas are enlarged due to stretched skin.
What Happens at a Breast Reduction Consultation?
During your consultation, Dr. Han assesses your physical and mental health and asks about your goals. He then examines your breasts, takes photographs, and records detailed measurements, evaluating the size, shape, and skin quality of your breasts.
Once he has the information he needs, Dr. Han walks you through your treatment options and explains the possible outcomes. He also recommends the type of anesthesia that is likely to suit you best.
What Does Breast Reduction Involve?
Dr. Han performs breast reduction on-site in an accredited, office-based surgical suite. He first administers general anesthesia so you are asleep during the procedure. He then makes an incision around your areola, repositions your nipple, and reduces, lifts, and reshapes the underlying breast tissue.
If your breasts are extremely large or pendulous, Dr. Han might recommend a free nipple graft. In this technique, he removes the nipple and areola completely and repositions them on the reshaped breast.
After removing the excess tissue, skin, and fat, Dr. Han brings the incisions together to create a smaller breast. He closes them with sutures or skin adhesives. Over time the scars fade, so your smaller, shapelier breasts look natural.
What Is Recovery Like After Breast Reduction?
After your procedure, Dr. Han provides a support bra, prescription medication, and a list of recovery instructions. In the days that follow, keep your dressings and bandages clean, take your medication as prescribed, and attend all follow-up appointments.
As your body heals, protect the surgical incisions from excessive force, abrasion, or motion. If you have chest pain, shortness of breath, or a rapid heartbeat, contact Dr. Han immediately.
Explore Related Breast Procedures
Breast reduction is one of several options Dr. Han offers. If you are weighing different goals, you can also learn about breast reconstruction, or read more about Dr. Han and our practice before your visit.
Breast Reduction Questions, Answered
Am I a good candidate for breast reduction?
You may be a good candidate if your breasts feel too large, cause back, neck, or shoulder pain, limit your ability to exercise, hang low and stretch the skin, or irritate the skin beneath them. Dr. Han will evaluate your health and goals during a consultation to determine whether surgery is right for you.
Can breast reduction help with back, neck, and shoulder pain?
Large breasts are a common source of back, neck, and shoulder discomfort. By removing excess tissue, skin, and fat, breast reduction can help ease the physical strain that comes with a heavier chest. Dr. Han will discuss realistic expectations for your situation.
What happens during a breast reduction consultation?
Dr. Han reviews your physical and mental health, asks about your goals, examines your breasts, takes photographs, and measures their size, shape, and skin quality. He then explains your treatment options, the possible outcomes, and the type of anesthesia he recommends.
Where is breast reduction performed, and what type of anesthesia is used?
Dr. Han performs breast reduction in an accredited, office-based surgical suite in West Chester, Ohio. The procedure is done under general anesthesia, so you are asleep throughout.
What is a free nipple graft?
For very large or pendulous breasts, Dr. Han may recommend a free nipple graft. He removes the nipple and areola completely and repositions them after reducing and reshaping the breast tissue.
Will I have scars after breast reduction?
Breast reduction requires incisions, which Dr. Han closes with sutures or skin adhesives. Scars fade over time, and the goal is a smaller, shapelier breast that looks natural.
What is recovery like after breast reduction?
You will receive a support bra, prescription medication, and detailed recovery instructions. Keep dressings and bandages clean, take your medication as prescribed, protect your incisions from force and friction, and attend every follow-up visit. Call Dr. Han right away if you have chest pain, shortness of breath, or a rapid heartbeat.
Ready to Find Out if Breast Reduction Is Right for You?
Request a consultation at Hauw Han, MD to talk with Dr. Han about your goals. Book online or call (513) 755-8115 to get started.